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224 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Downtown Santa Cruz

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Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
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Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Amenities for 224 Laurel St, Downtown Santa Cruz

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
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Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 224 Laurel St

HomeApartments in Santa CruzDowntown Santa Cruz 224 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
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This listing is 20% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz.

This beautiful, light-filled one-bedroom loft offers a serene retreat in downtown SantaCruz, perfectly blending sophistication with coastal charm. Nestled on the third floor, it features soaring ceilings and oversized windows overlooking a tranquil, tree-lined street.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 224 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodDowntown Santa Cruz
Zip code95060
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Downtown Santa Cruz

1-bedroom apartments at 224 Laurel St cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Downtown Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,625
March 2024$2,669
April 2024$2,503
May 2024$2,700
June 2024$2,646
July 2024$2,700
August 2024$2,675
September 2024$2,718
October 2024$2,786
November 2024$2,547
December 2024$2,421
January 2025$2,498
February 2025$2,454
March 2025$2,486
April 2025$2,479
May 2025$2,605
June 2025$2,822
July 2025$2,764
August 2025$2,719
September 2025$2,560
October 2025$2,504
November 2025$2,474
December 2025$2,405
January 2026$2,437
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,400
March 2024$2,466
April 2024$2,497
May 2024$2,750
June 2024$2,612
July 2024$3,212
August 2024$3,025
September 2024$2,850
October 2024$3,026
November 2024$2,727
December 2024$2,459
January 2025$2,506
February 2025$2,498
March 2025$2,470
April 2025$2,304
May 2025$2,398
June 2025$2,969
July 2025$2,635
August 2025$2,545
September 2025$2,550
October 2025$2,550
November 2025$2,462
December 2025$2,400

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 224 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA.
2 months ago$1,9501 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,5001 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,200Studio1 bath
1 year ago$2,9001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,4501 bed1 bath
3 years ago$1,9501 bed1 bath
3 years ago$2,8341 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,9951 bed1 bath

Schools near 224 Laurel St

Monarch Community Elementary School

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-5Public

Alternative Family Education

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-12Public
B

Westlake Elementary School

1000 high st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Santa Cruz near 224 Laurel St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 224 Laurel St, Santa Cruz

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Other units at this address

224 Laurel St Santa Cruz, CA

Occupied

A204

Studio

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed by A Quiet Lovely Fully Furnished Studio Downtown with a cozy patio
Days on market: 147
This fully furnished studio is located at a newer, small condo building at 224 Laurel Street. The unit is facing the quieter courtyard. The building is well maintained, parking and entry are secured, and the neighbors are lovely. Everything is a short walk given its convenient downtown location. The unit has one assigned parking spot as well a storage room. This cozy and fully furnished home has hardwood floors throughout, double-paned windows with a balcony. The unit has all electric, stainless-steel appliances: dishwasher, stove, microwave hood and fridge. There is a lot of cabinet space in the kitchen. Additionally, there is a very large closet space. The full bathroom has a large shower and W/D are in a closet off the kitchen area. The unit will be rented furnished, and the tenant is free to rearrange furnishings as they see fit. The building has an elevator serving all floors. This unit is ideal for any resident relocating to Santa Cruz, be it for school or work. We approve applicants who have a household income of three times the monthly rent amount (sorry, no cosigners), good credit (625 min. credit score) and positive landlord and/or employer references. Applicants cannot have any record of bankruptcies in the last two years or any previous unlawful detainers. We require a separate application for any resident over the age of 18 who will be living at this residence. We also require any resident under the age of 18 to be identified as well. Our office participates in the Pet Screening service, ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE A PROFILE EVEN IF THERE ARE NO PETS IN THE HOME. Utopia Management: https utopiamanagement com properties rental-listings-santa-cruz-ca or 831.580.1111. DRE 01197438.

Occupied

Apt A303

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,450

Listed by Utopia Management
Days on market: 546
Welcome to 224 Laurel Street, # A303 in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA. This cozy 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment offers a convenient and comfortable living space. The unit features a storage area, dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and microwave for all your cooking needs. Enjoy the convenience of having laundry in the unit, as well as hard surface flooring throughout. With lots of natural light streaming in, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live in a great location. Tenant is responsible for water and PG&E. One assigned parking spot. This property's pet policy allows small dogs or cats. One pet is negotiable and will include an extra expense. Large dogs not allowed. Please note, service animals and emotional support animals are not considered pets. We remain in accordance regarding state and federal laws regarding this policy. Our minimum leasing agreement is 12 months with an option to renew after the initial lease term. CA DRE 01197438

Occupied

A304

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed by Randy Clive
Days on market: 115
This beautiful, light-filled one-bedroom loft offers a serene retreat in downtown SantaCruz, perfectly blending sophistication with coastal charm. Nestled on the third floor, it features soaring ceilings and oversized windows overlooking a tranquil, tree-lined street. The open-concept living space flows seamlessly into a modern kitchen equipped with granite countertops, updated glass stovetop and oven, and dishwasher ideal for both culinary adventures and casual entertaining. The loft-style bedroom perches above the living area, illuminated by natural light, while the spacious bathroom boasts a walk-in shower. A private balcony invites quiet mornings or relaxed evenings outdoors. Convenience is built-in with in-unit laundry, secure gated entrance, covered assigned parking, dedicated ground-floor storage, elevator access, and a well-lit lobby. The setting offers immediate access to vibrant downtown life: enjoy your morning bagel at The Bagelry, live music at Kuumbwa Jazz Center, and take a short stroll to Cowells Beach, the Wharf, West Cliff Drive, boutiques, breweries, the weekly Farmers Market, and public transit. With UCSC only 15 minutes away and easy access to Highway1/17, this loft provides an exceptional combination of peaceful comfort and urban convenience.

Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,834

Listed by Heather Odegard
Days on market: 1246
Open House: Tuesday, Aug. 16th, 2022, 5pm-6pm Enjoy this fresh, new and clean downtown condo, walking distance to several restaurants, bars, music venues, theaters and more. FACTS AND FEATURES Available: Now for immediate move in Square Footage: 567 Lease Term: 12 Months Utilities Included: Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Rent: $2,834 Deposit: $4,250 Sorry, no pets. Listed by: Kaicie McMurray Sherman and Boone LIC: 01827412

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